Content last revised on November 20, 2025
NL10276AC30-07: Engineering Grade 15.0-inch XGA TFT LCD for Demanding Industrial Environments
A Detailed Technical Overview for OEM Engineers and Procurement Specialists
The NL10276AC30-07 is a 15.0-inch TFT color LCD module engineered for applications where visual clarity, color accuracy, and operational reliability across a wide range of environmental conditions are non-negotiable. Its primary value proposition is delivering consistent, high-quality visuals in challenging industrial settings. With key specifications of 1024x768 XGA | 450 cd/m² Luminance | -10°C to +70°C Operating Temp., this display provides two core engineering benefits: enhanced data readability in high ambient light and robust performance without auxiliary thermal management. This module directly addresses the need for a durable display solution that maintains full optical performance from cold-start factory floors to enclosed, high-heat control panels. For industrial HMI applications demanding consistent performance across variable temperatures, the NL10276AC30-07 is an optimal design choice.
Application Scenarios & Value
Delivering System-Level Benefits in Industrial Automation and Medical HMI
The NL10276AC30-07 is engineered to resolve common challenges in high-value industrial and medical systems. Its feature set provides tangible benefits that extend beyond the display itself, influencing total cost of ownership and system reliability.
A primary application is within Human Machine Interface (HMI) panels for factory automation and process control systems. In these environments, operators often view screens from various off-axis positions. The module's Super-Advanced SFT (SA-SFT) technology provides ultra-wide viewing angles of 88 degrees in every direction. What is the primary benefit of its ultra-wide viewing angle? It ensures that critical process data, alarms, and color-coded status indicators are accurately interpreted, regardless of the operator's position, mitigating the risk of costly operational errors. This color fidelity is essential for maintaining safety and efficiency on the plant floor.
The extended operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C is a decisive factor for equipment deployed in non-climate-controlled environments, such as logistics terminals or heavy machinery cabs. This resilience eliminates the engineering overhead and component cost associated with designing dedicated heating or cooling subsystems for the display, simplifying the overall mechanical design and reducing potential points of failure. While this model is a robust XGA solution, for systems requiring similar industrial-grade features in a different resolution, the NL12880BC20-05D offers a WXGA alternative.
Key Parameter Overview
Decoding the Specs for Environmental Resilience and Optical Performance
The technical specifications of the NL10276AC30-07 are optimized for integration into professional-grade electronic systems. The following table groups key parameters by function to facilitate a rapid engineering assessment.
| Core Optical & Electrical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Parameter | Value |
| Display Technology | a-Si TFT Active Matrix, SA-SFT |
| Screen Size | 38 cm (15.0 inches) diagonal |
| Resolution | 1024 (H) × 768 (V) pixels (XGA) |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.297 (H) × 0.297 (W) mm |
| Luminance (Brightness) | 450 cd/m² (Typ.) |
| Contrast Ratio | 600:1 (Typ.) |
| Viewing Angle (H/V) | ±88° / ±88° (Typ., CR>10) |
| Color Gamut | 72% (Typ., NTSC ratio) |
| Interface | 1ch LVDS (Low-Voltage Differential Signaling) |
| Backlight System | White LED with integrated driver circuit |
| Power Consumption | 13.1 W (Typ.) |
| Mechanical & Environmental Ratings | |
| Parameter | Value |
| Module Dimensions | 326.5 (W) × 253.5 (H) × 12.0 (D) mm (Max.) |
| Active Area | 304.128 (W) × 228.096 (H) mm |
| Weight | 1000 g (Typ.) |
| Operating Temperature | -10°C to +70°C |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to +80°C |
| Surface Treatment | Anti-glare |
Note: The parameters listed above are for reference and are based on the manufacturer's tentative datasheet. For complete design-in data, including detailed timing, electrical characteristics, and mechanical drawings, it is imperative to consult the official documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How does the integrated LED driver circuit benefit system design?
The inclusion of an on-board LED backlight driver simplifies the overall system architecture. It means designers do not need to source, qualify, and integrate a separate driver board. This reduces the bill of materials (BOM), saves valuable space within the product enclosure, and can shorten the electrical design and validation cycle, accelerating time-to-market for the final HMI or monitoring device.
What makes the SA-SFT technology superior to standard TN panels in an industrial context?
Unlike standard Twisted Nematic (TN) panels, which suffer from significant color and contrast shifts at wider viewing angles, Super-Advanced Super Fine TFT (SA-SFT) technology maintains color and luminance consistency across an extremely wide viewing cone (176° total). In an industrial setting, this is critical. It guarantees that a machine operator, a supervisor, and a maintenance technician can all view the display from different vantage points and see the exact same information, preventing misinterpretation of critical data or alarms.
Is the 450 cd/m² luminance sufficient for outdoor or direct sunlight applications?
With a luminance of 450 cd/m², the NL10276AC30-07 is considered a high-brightness panel suitable for most indoor industrial environments, including areas with intense overhead lighting. While it offers excellent readability in bright indoor conditions, it is not primarily designed for direct, full-sunlight applications, which typically require 1000 cd/m² or more. For environments with direct sun exposure, additional design considerations like optical bonding or system-level shielding would be necessary. To learn more about designing for readability in bright conditions, explore our guide to sunlight readable HMIs.
Technical Deep Dive
Analyzing the Impact of Wide Temperature Range on Long-Term Reliability
The specified operating temperature range of -10°C to +70°C is more than a simple metric; it is a fundamental indicator of the module's design robustness and its suitability for deployment outside of controlled office environments. This wide thermal tolerance is a direct result of careful material selection and component qualification for the liquid crystal fluid, polarizers, and integrated circuits. Think of it like the difference between a standard passenger car tire and an all-season, severe-weather-rated tire. While the standard tire performs well under ideal conditions, the specialized tire is engineered to maintain its integrity and performance through freezing cold and high heat, ensuring reliability when it matters most.
For an OEM, this engineering translates into a significantly lower field failure rate. Thermal cycling—the repeated expansion and contraction of materials due to temperature swings—is a primary cause of failure in electronic components. By designing the NL10276AC30-07 to function reliably at +70°C, the manufacturer, NEC, inherently builds in a margin of safety against premature aging and material fatigue. This reduces the total cost of ownership (TCO) by minimizing warranty claims, service calls, and the reputational damage associated with system downtime.
Engineering Support and Component Sourcing
For inquiries regarding technical specifications, procurement, or to assess the suitability of the NL10276AC30-07 for your specific application, our team of component specialists is available to provide engineering-level support. We offer access to detailed documentation and can assist in navigating the complexities of your design cycle.
